Discussions about so-called 'Death Panels' in health care reform have been a hot topic on both conservative and liberal media outlets across the country. Whatever you think of the term, such discussions about possible rationing of health care has forced all of us to look beyond the immediate effect of health care legislation and consider what it might become in the future. I usually refer to this as the "law of unintended consequences," but this time I think the eventual move to a single-payer system that rations care is fully intended. Obama has said as much in the past on numerous occasions.
Death Panel discussions, however, have also had another positive effect. I have read a number of articles by doctors and other professionals who welcome the issue of end-of-life planning being brought into the forefront. It seems that the controversy has made it fashionable to talk about this very difficult stage of life planning, which is a good thing. I can tell you from my experience as an Investment Advisor that many people die without having first provided their loved ones with sufficient information to carry on their financial affairs. This week, I'm going to talk about how to avoid the confusion and pain that can result from loved ones being uninformed about your financial matters upon an untimely death. I have also negotiated a discount on a very worthwhile resource that will help you gather this necessary information and keep it updated.
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